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Frans Jacobus Joubert

Fitter And Turner
Polokwane

Summary

Dynamic Farm Foreman with a proven track record at Rainbow Furnitures, excelling in resource optimization and team leadership. Expert in maintenance troubleshooting and welding, I enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs. Adept at problem-solving, I implemented preventative care plans, ensuring animal welfare and maximizing productivity across farm operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Foreman

Rainbow Furnitures (Speedy Vermeulen)
04.2023 - 05.2025
  • Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining processes.
  • Managing wildlife , Overseeing daily operations , Managing staff, Ensuring animal welfare and maintaining the farms infrastructure. Maintaining all petrol and diesel equipment on the farm.
  • Ensured farm safety through regular equipment maintenance and staff adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for all aspects of the farm''s operations, ensuring consistency in practices across the workforce.
  • Conducted regular inspections of crops and livestock to identify potential issues early on, allowing for proactive intervention when necessary.
  • Supervised construction projects including barns improvements, fencing installations, which increased overall functionality of farm facilities.
  • Maximized livestock health by developing and overseeing preventative care plans for all animals.
  • Maintained detailed records of all Cattle, Sheep's and goats activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Led a team of farm laborers in daily tasks, ensuring timely completion of essential duties like planting, harvesting, and animal care.
  • Inspected machinery following each shift to verify proper functioning for every piece of equipment.
  • Kept operations smooth and efficient by feeding Game,Cattle, Sheep's and Goats monitoring feed usage, calculating feed conversion rates and completing food inventories.
  • Drove or operated farm trucks, tractors or self-propelled harvesters to transport workers or supplies.
  • Assigned feeding and treatment of animals and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
  • Planned breeding programs and optimized schedules for maximum efficiency.
  • Led team of 2 skilled and 8 unskilled farm personnel.
  • Identified, removed or prevented pests and weeds, consistently protecting crop integrity and increasing yield.
  • Oversaw and disciplined permanent staff and rotating volunteers to keep operations at optimal levels and better serve animals.
  • Monitored workers to enforce safety regulations and warned or disciplined violators.
  • Maintained safe and secure job site to prevent injuries, accidents, and mistakes during logging projects.
  • Assessed animals for signs of injury or illness, notifying managers or veterinarians.
  • Performed repair work on field equipment and major breakdowns.
  • Installed new pumps, equipment and hatchery piping to update systems for current and expected demands.

Fitter

Newburry Iron Ore
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the mining process.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
  • Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
  • Performed onsite maintenance and repair work on all mining equipment.
  • Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
  • Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
  • Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following established housekeeping procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring worker safety.
  • Reduced downtime by diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues efficiently.
  • Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
  • Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
  • Documented all completed jobs meticulously in accordance with company policies to ensure accurate record-keeping for future reference or audits purposes.
  • Connected pipes through caulking, gluing and welding.
  • Demonstrated expertise using various hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments for accurate job execution.
  • Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for Hydraulic systems and water systems project.
  • Provided reliable support for emergency breakdowns, minimizing production delays and losses due to unplanned downtime.
  • Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
  • Streamlined workflows through consistent communication with team members regarding work orders, progress updates, and potential challenges.
  • Collaborated with engineers for the successful installation of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
  • Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
  • Completed projects on schedule through diligent time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
  • Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.
  • Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
  • Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance approaches.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify source of mechanical system malfunctions.
  • Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly, and needed product adjustments.
  • Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of all mining equpment equipment.

Education

N2 Technical - Math's, Technical Drawings, Science, Theory

Libanon Gold Mine
Westonaria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

    Parts fitting

    Maintenance troubleshooting

    Power tools proficiency

    Project management

    Rigging

    Repair work

    Shielded metal arc welding

    Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics

    Welding expertise

    Welding

    Material prepping

    Gas metal arc welding

    Parts fabrication

    Repair services

    Heavy lifting

Timeline

Farm Foreman

Rainbow Furnitures (Speedy Vermeulen)
04.2023 - 05.2025

Fitter

Newburry Iron Ore
06.2020 - 05.2023

N2 Technical - Math's, Technical Drawings, Science, Theory

Libanon Gold Mine
04.2001 -

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